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The Gestational Diabetes Screen
Please read the disclaimer. It is what it is. It is standard practice in obstetrical and midwifery care to offer a Gestational Diabetes Screen at around 26-28 weeks of pregnancy. A screen determines if you are at risk for a condition. When the risk is determined, then a test will be performed to confirm the diagnosis. The GD screen consists of taking in 50 grams of sugar quickly, and having a blood draw to be analyzed an hour later. The 50 grams of sugar is usually in the form of the glucola drink. For perspective, Arizona Southern Brewed Sweet Tea…

